It’s time to take the second step

The things that seem small and not that significant can actually make a difference. That article someone sent you about the pollution levels in your city right now? That video describing the correct, legal way of segregation you're expected to follow? The poster urging people not to burst fire-crackers, or the campaign about sharing the images of your eco-friendly celebrations? Even just this Facebook post about it all? They all matter. Even if they can change one person's opinion, THEY MATTER.

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Diwali, a Festival of Lights or Pollution?

Diwali, the festival of lights, is the celebration of Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile, and the defeat of Ravana. It is the season of pujas and festivities, diyas and lights, Rangoli and colour; celebrated with new clothes and gifts, sweets and food and, of course, family. Diwali is a festival …

There are problems with my society

I should not have to look both sides Before I cross a one-way road, Or hesitate on a pavement because Bikes have claimed it as their own. I shouldn't have to manoeuvre Open drains on every street Or drive through the same old pot-holes That only get worse every week. I shouldn't be afraid to …

Don’t bottle up your darkest thoughts

Don't bottle up your darkest thoughts Express them and get help So many people care for you You're not all by yourself. There's always someone listening If you just know where to look Tell someone what you're thinking Or even write it in a book Somebody always cares, you know, A parent, teacher, friend Somebody …

Literally

Their relationship was a whirlwind from the very beginning. They met, and she was swept away by how cool he looked - like a celebrity, with those stylish sunglasses he wore everywhere - how calm-headed and well-grounded he seemed, and how cute his dog was. He seemed to love that dog an incredible amount, and …

spiral of thoughts & emotions

Today I'm not doing great, today I'm a little down Today my heart feels heavy, and I've got on a gentle frown Today I've been quite aware of the lump inside my throat That grows as I continue to suppress, and not emote Perhaps I ought to let it out, lighten up my mind Or …

Today, I cried

Lately, I’ve cried a lot. I’ve cried tears of sadness, frustration, anger. I’ve cried out of a pure feeling of being overwhelmed. I’ve cried in happiness. Tears help the emotions escape my body, and that makes me feel better. The first time I cried while on this journey, I cried with people. I cried hearing …

part 3: reflection

And so, for four weeks this journey's gone on It's rushed past at times, yet it's been so so long Since I walked through this gate Since I took up this task I've found answers to questions I might never have asked I taught a class for a day And it wasn't that big a …

part 2: immersed

Part 1 School Morning alarms as your eyes had barely closed Searching for answers to questions your kids posed Last-minute morning meeting plans on the way As the bus rocked us to sleep every single day And we'd reach and be jolted out of that nap And walk down to school where we'd plan and …

part 1: overwhelmed

Induction week Alone, excited, nervous Slightly overwhelmed Such a huge new opportunity But I was prepared First time out of home Determined to do my best Got to campus, all alone What was coming I'd never have guessed. An overwhelming number of people Pushed outta my comfort zone Many introductions, new faces, new names Who …

Suddenly; already

Three whole years stretched out ahead of me So many people and experiences, all new Three years until I'd then have to decide What I next wanted to do. College is somewhere you enter unprepared Innocent, unexposed to the world Or well - that's how it was for me anyway As my limited world-view then …

On Religion and Reasons: Why Fast for Lent?

On Ash Wednesday this year, I made a decision that I had been avoiding for a few weeks. I decided that, for the first time since when I was about 13 or 14 years old, I would not be sacrificing anything or abstaining from anything during Lent this year. It was a decision I knew …

Transport Tales: On the Bus

Group of ladies On their way to work Or heading out for an afternoon Of fun, who knows? Pay for their tickets Get back their change A smooth transaction "All too familiar," someone sniggers Scattered through the bus Yet unbothered by the distance Calling out to each other Chatting, joking, One of them in splits …

Blog Milestones: 1 year of blogging

I'll admit, I've not been the most regular blogger. Heck, I've written virtually nothing over the past few months. But this morning, I looked at the date and it struck me - today is an entire year since I first publicised this blog, making it open to the public and actively showing the world what …